Maki, Shinichi
Summary
Shinichi Maki, a third-year student standing 184 cm tall and weighing 79 kg, wears jersey number 4 for Kainan High. Serving as the team captain, he is widely recognized as the premier player in Kanagawa prefecture. On the court, he primarily operates as a point guard, though he possesses the versatility to play center if Takasago is unavailable. Maki exercises strong leadership, ensuring his teammates follow his instructions precisely. While his general demeanor is not overly rigid, he can be as strict as Akagi, particularly when dealing with Kiyota. Sakuragi nicknames him "Old Man" due to his mature appearance, a comment Maki deflects by noting that Akagi looks even older. Kenji Fujima is regarded as his chief rival. Despite his primary role, Maki is an all-around athlete who leverages his muscular build and strength to drive into the lane, score, and draw fouls. His offensive prowess is so formidable that it required four Shohoku players to effectively contain him during a single match. When facing double or triple teams, Maki excels at distributing the ball to open perimeter shooters like Soichiro Jin for three-point attempts. He also utilizes his height and power to create advantageous mismatches against smaller point guards, a strategy his team consistently exploits to their benefit.
